Inverclyde Community Partnership Council Briefing November 2019

Inverclyde Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Campaigns and Initiatives SECURE YOUR CAR Police are investigating a number of reports of items being stolen from vehicles whereby access is being gained without any obvious signs of forced entry to the cars. Police are urging everyone to take the time to stop and think about what additional security measures you can take to make prevent you becoming a victim of crime. • Double check your vehicle is locked when leaving it unattended. • Remove any valuables from your car overnight. • If your car has keyless entry / locking please take extra care to ensure you vehicle is locked. • Keep your car keys in a safe place, preferably not next to the front door. Please report anything suspicious to Police by calling 101 or Community wardens on 0800 01 317 01 or Crime stoppers on 0800 555 111.

WINTER WELLNESS Connecting Communities, Challenging Stigma The Mental Health Reference Group is hosting community events on: • Port Glasgow Town Hall Monday 20th January 1pm – 4.30pm • Greenock Town Hall Monday 24th February 1pm – 4.30pm The events will have taster sessions, such as mindfulness, so why not come along and try something new? To enquire about hosting a stall and providing an activity on the day, please contact [email protected] for an application form.

Crime Last month there were a reported 528 crimes, which is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 14 13 169 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 10 16 140 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 147 124 1513 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 62 61 651 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 103 112 1301 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 118 133 1621 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 74 76 787 Grand Total 528 535 6182 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Inverclyde (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) The 5 Yr Monthly Average is defined as the average of only this month over the past 5 years eg May 2016 = average of May12, May13, May14, May15 & May16. * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

700 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 600 Vehicles GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 500

400 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes

300 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 200 Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 100

0 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency

GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Inverclyde (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 112 Community Warden Calls, which is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 2 6 105 Disorderly Behaviour 7 10 108 Drug/substance misuse 11 9 128 Intimidation/Harassment 2 3 77 Neighbour Noise 23 23 311 Public Nuisance 33 40 406 Setting fires 22 20 111 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 7 11 92 Vehicle related nuisance 5 4 51 Grand Total 112 125 1389 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Inverclyde (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019) The 5 Yr Monthly Average is defined as the average of only this month over the past 5 years eg May 2016 = average of May12, May13, May14, May15 & May16.

180 Alcohol misuse 160 Disorderly Behaviour 140 120 Drug/substance misuse

100 Intimidation/Harassment 80 Neighbour Noise 60 40 Public Nuisance 20 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 30 call outs for the fire service to respond to 14 primary and 16 secondary fires, totalling 527 fires over the past year. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

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Graph 3: Yearly trend of Crimes, Police incidents, Scottish Fire & Rescue Related incidents and Inverclyde ASB Incidents (Source: Police Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Action Taken Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.

Contact details Inverclyde Council - Antisocial Behaviour Enquiries o 01475 714204 o [email protected] (Please e-mail meeting invitations to wardens) - Community Warden Service o 0800 01 317 01 - Customer Service Centre o 01475 717171 Police Scotland - 101 Non-Emergency Number o For all non-emergencies and general enquiries, 101 is the number you call if you need to contact your local police. You can call 101 to report a crime that has already happened, seek crime prevention advice or make us aware of any policing issues in your local area. - 999 Emergency Number o In an emergency you should always dial 999 if: . There is a risk of personal injury or loss of life . A crime is in progress . Someone suspected of a crime is nearby - Neighbourhood Team (not to report crime) o [email protected] o Sgt Danny Godfrey - Ward 1, Ward 3, Ward 4, Ward 6, Port Glasgow Town Centre o Sgt Laura Stewart - Ward 2, Ward 3, Ward 5, Greenock Town Centre o Ward 1 - PC John Jamieson, PC Kirsty Dominick o Ward 2 – PC Fraser MacDonald, PC James Quigg o Ward 3 - PC Lynda Quigley, PC Gavin Neils o Ward 4 - PC Aaron McCrone, PC Maria Houston o Ward 5 - PC Alastair McDonald, PC Angus MacKay o Ward 6 - PC Martin Cannon, PC Linda Arthur o Ward 7 - PC Iain Smith, PC Barry McNeill o Port Glasgow Town Centre - PC Alastair Burns, PC Brian Arkley o Greenock Town Centre - PC Willie Gorry, PC Paul Jackman o Schools and Residential Homes Liaison Officer - PC Kirsty Boyd British Transport Police - Non-Emergency Number o 0800 40 50 40 or text 61016 Scottish Fire & Rescue Service - To arrange a FREE home safety fire visit contact Scottish Fire & Rescue o 01475 722222 Cloch Housing Association - 01475 783637 Larkfield Housing Association - 01475 630930 Oak Tree Housing Association - 01475 807001 River Clyde Homes - Call free from a landline on 0800 013 2196 - Call low cost from a mobile on 01475 788887

Gourock Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Gourock Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: Gamble Halls, 7.30pm 3rd Monday of month, 7.30pm (except July and January)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 32 crimes, which is 6% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 0 5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 0 11 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 10 7 86 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 5 4 51 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 3 3 28 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 11 8 87 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 3 3 43 Grand Total 32 26 311 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Gourock (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

45 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 40 Vehicles 35 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 30 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 25

20 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 15 Mischief etc

10 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty

5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Gourock (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 10 Community Warden Calls, which is 9% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 28 Disorderly Behaviour 2 1 16 Drug/substance misuse 0 1 6 Intimidation/Harassment 0 1 5 Neighbour Noise 1 1 49 Public Nuisance 4 2 39 Setting fires 0 0 9 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 1 1 12 Vehicle related nuisance 2 1 7 Grand Total 10 8 171 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Gourock (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

30 Alcohol misuse

25 Disorderly Behaviour

20 Drug/substance misuse

15 Intimidation/Harassment

Neighbour Noise 10 Public Nuisance 5 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 0 call outs for the fire service to respond to 0 primary and 0 secondary fires, totalling 30 over the past year. The call outs were 0% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Gourock 160

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Action Taken 40% of Community Warden incidents were in relation to a youth disorder at the George Road Pavilion. Community Wardens are proactively patrolling this location. Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.

Greenock Central Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 200 crimes, which is 38% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 6 4 70 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 7 6 41 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 65 46 712 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 16 16 186 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 47 45 631 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 43 46 650 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 16 16 219 Grand Total 200 178 2509 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock Central (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

300 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 250 Vehicles GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 200 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 150 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 100 Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 50 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock Central (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 39 Community Warden Calls, which is 35% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 1 2 17 Disorderly Behaviour 5 3 38 Drug/substance misuse 4 1 48 Intimidation/Harassment 1 1 26 Neighbour Noise 14 11 139 Public Nuisance 7 9 93 Setting fires 3 4 14 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 2 3 17 Vehicle related nuisance 2 0 5 Grand Total 39 34 397 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Greenock Central (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

50 Alcohol misuse 45 40 Disorderly Behaviour 35 Drug/substance misuse 30 25 Intimidation/Harassment

20 Neighbour Noise 15 10 Public Nuisance

5 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 4 call outs for the fire service to respond to 3 primary and 1 secondary fires, totalling 71 over the past year. The call outs were 13% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

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Action Taken Over a third of Community Warden incidents were requests for wardens to witness noise complaints over various locations. Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.

Greenock East Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 57 crimes, which is 11% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is below average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 4 3 26 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 2 21 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 7 9 110 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 9 10 97 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 7 13 202 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 17 23 207 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 13 18 143 Grand Total 57 78 806 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock East (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

90 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 80 Vehicles 70 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 60 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 50

40 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 30 Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 20

10 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock East (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 12 Community Warden Calls, which is 11% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 15 Disorderly Behaviour 0 1 16 Drug/substance misuse 3 2 19 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 3 Neighbour Noise 1 3 35 Public Nuisance 4 5 43 Setting fires 2 2 18 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 1 1 6 Vehicle related nuisance 1 1 10 Grand Total 12 16 165 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Greenock East (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019) *Change to categorisation of Community Warden Calls- Alcohol & Drug Misuse includes: Drug/substance misuse & dealing and Street drinking. Criminal Activity includes: Criminal activity. Environmental Damage includes: Criminal damage/vandalism, Litter/rubbish, Fly tipping, Graffiti and Setting fires (which was previously recorded within the Nuisance Behaviour category). Public Nuisance, Disorder, and Aggressive Behaviour includes: Loitering/pestering residents, Nuisance Behaviour, Rowdy Behaviour, Intimidation/harassment, Weapon-related incident, Begging, Animal-related problems, Hoax Calls, Noise, Inappropriate sexual conduct, Abandoned vehicle and Vehicle-related nuisance & inappropriate vehicle use.

35 Alcohol misuse 30 Disorderly Behaviour 25 Drug/substance misuse 20 Intimidation/Harassment 15 Neighbour Noise 10 Public Nuisance 5 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 7 call outs for the fire service to respond to 4 primary and 3 secondary fires, totalling 79 over the past year. The call outs were 23% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Greenock East 250

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Greenock Southwest Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Greenock South West Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: St Joseph's/St Margaret's Church Hall alternately Last Wednesday of month, 6.30pm (bar July and December)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 26 crimes, which is 5% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 1 12 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 1 1 11 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 5 10 72 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 7 7 51 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 3 7 63 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 5 7 109 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 5 5 37 Grand Total 26 38 355 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock Southwest (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

40 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 35 Vehicles 30 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences

25 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 20 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 15 Mischief etc 10 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty

5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock Southwest (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 6 Community Warden Calls, which is 5% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 1 1 Disorderly Behaviour 0 1 4 Drug/substance misuse 0 2 6 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 7 Neighbour Noise 1 2 11 Public Nuisance 1 6 17 Setting fires 4 3 11 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 0 4 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 1 Grand Total 6 14 62 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Greenock Southwest (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

14 Alcohol misuse 12 Disorderly Behaviour 10 Drug/substance misuse 8 Intimidation/Harassment 6 Neighbour Noise 4 Public Nuisance 2 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 0 call outs for the fire service to respond to 0 primary and 0 secondary fires, totalling 35 over the past year. The call outs were 0% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Greenock Southwest 140

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Action Taken The majority of Community Warden incidents were in response to reports of bonfires throughout the area. Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.

Greenock West and Cardwell Bay Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Cardwell Bay and Greenock West Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: Cardwell Bay Sailing Club 2nd Wednesday of month, 7.30pm (bar July and January)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 20 crimes, which is 4% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 1 6 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 1 1 11 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 13 7 74 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 1 2 26 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 0 3 21 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 4 4 45 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 1 5 34 Grand Total 20 22 217 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock West & Cardwell Bay (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

25 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 20 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences

15 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes

10 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 5

GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Greenock West & Cardwell Bay (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 1 Community Warden Calls, which is 1% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is below average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 5 Disorderly Behaviour 0 0 2 Drug/substance misuse 0 0 4 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 9 Neighbour Noise 0 0 11 Public Nuisance 0 1 20 Setting fires 0 0 3 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 1 2 10 Vehicle related nuisance 0 1 12 Grand Total 1 4 76 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Greenock West & Cardwell Bay (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

14 Alcohol misuse 12 Disorderly Behaviour 10 Drug/substance misuse 8 Intimidation/Harassment 6 Neighbour Noise 4 Public Nuisance 2 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 3 call outs for the fire service to respond to 0 primary and 3 secondary fires, totalling 29 for the past year. The call outs were 10% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Greenock West and Cardwell Bay 140

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100

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Holefarm and Cowdenknowes Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 17 crimes, which is 3% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 0 1 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 0 0 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 3 2 24 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 1 1 9 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 4 9 72 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 8 4 51 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 1 0 34 Grand Total 17 17 191 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Holefarm & Cowdenknowes (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

35 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 30 Vehicles GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 25

20 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes

15 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 10 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Holefarm & Cowdenknowes (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 9 Disorderly Behaviour 0 0 2 Drug/substance misuse 3 1 12 Intimidation/Harassment 1 0 4 Neighbour Noise 1 1 6 Public Nuisance 1 1 8 Setting fires 0 1 2 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 0 1 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 1 Grand Total 6 3 45 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Holefarm & Cowdenknowes (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

12 Alcohol misuse

10 Disorderly Behaviour

8 Drug/substance misuse

6 Intimidation/Harassment

Neighbour Noise 4 Public Nuisance 2 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 0 call outs for the fire service to respond to 0 primary and 0 secondary fires, totalling 17 over the past year. The call outs were 0% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Holefarm and Cowdenknowes 60

0 2018-12 2019-1 2019-2 2019-3 2019-4 2019-5 2019-6 2019-7 2019-8 2019-9 2019-10 2019-11

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Inverkip and Wemyss Bay Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Inverkip and Wemyss Bay Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: Inverkip/Wemyss Bay Primary School alternately 1st Thursday of month, 7pm (bar July and August)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 20 crimes, which is 4% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is above average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 0 6 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 0 7 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 9 2 46 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 1 1 21 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 1 1 8 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 0 2 42 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 9 5 47 Grand Total 20 12 177 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Inverkip & Wemyss Bay (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

25 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 20 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences

15 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes

10 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 5

GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Inverkip & Wemyss Bay (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 2 Community Warden Calls, which is 2% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 9 Disorderly Behaviour 0 0 4 Drug/substance misuse 0 0 0 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 2 Neighbour Noise 0 0 4 Public Nuisance 1 1 7 Setting fires 1 1 1 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 0 3 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 1 Grand Total 2 3 31 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Inverkip & Wemyss Bay (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

7 Alcohol misuse 6 Disorderly Behaviour 5 Drug/substance misuse 4 Intimidation/Harassment 3 Neighbour Noise 2 Public Nuisance 1 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 0 call outs for the fire service to respond to 0 primary and 0 secondary fires, totalling 15 over the past year. The call outs were 0% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

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Kilmacolm Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Kilmacolm Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: Kilmacolm Community Centre Last Tuesday of month, 7.30pm (bar July and December)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 10 crimes, which is 2% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 1 1 14 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 0 12 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 0 3 29 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 1 1 11 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 0 0 3 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 2 2 49 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 6 2 39 Grand Total 10 8 157 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Kilmacolm (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

30 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 25 Vehicles GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 20 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 15 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 10 Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Kilmacolm (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 0 Community Warden Calls, which is 0% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 0 Disorderly Behaviour 0 0 3 Drug/substance misuse 0 0 1 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 0 Neighbour Noise 0 0 8 Public Nuisance 0 0 8 Setting fires 0 1 2 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 0 1 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 1 Grand Total 0 2 24 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Kilmacolm (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

7 Alcohol misuse 6 Disorderly Behaviour 5 Drug/substance misuse 4 Intimidation/Harassment 3 Neighbour Noise 2 Public Nuisance 1 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 2 call outs for the fire service to respond to 2 primary and 0 secondary fires, totalling 26 over the past year. The call outs were 7% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Kilmacolm 100

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Larkfield, Braeside and Branchton Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Larkfield, Braeside and Branchton Community Council Contact: [email protected] Meetings: Inverclyde Academy (Auchmead Rd entrance) 1st Wednesday of month, 6.30pm (bar July and January)

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 57 crimes, which is 11% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 2 2 15 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 2 15 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 8 9 83 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 5 6 56 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 18 19 146 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 13 15 181 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 11 10 60 Grand Total 57 63 556 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Larkfield, Braeside & Branchton (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

80 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 70 Vehicles 60 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences

50 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 40 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 30 Mischief etc 20 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty

10 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Larkfield, Braeside & Branchton (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 14 Community Warden Calls, which is 13% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 1 6 Disorderly Behaviour 0 1 5 Drug/substance misuse 0 0 10 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 6 Neighbour Noise 3 1 23 Public Nuisance 2 4 42 Setting fires 9 5 21 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 0 10 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 1 Grand Total 14 13 124 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Larkfield, Braeside & Branchton (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

20 Alcohol misuse 18 16 Disorderly Behaviour 14 Drug/substance misuse 12 10 Intimidation/Harassment

8 Neighbour Noise 6 4 Public Nuisance

2 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 6 call outs for the fire service to respond to 2 primary and 4 secondary fires, totalling 44 over the past year. The call outs were 20% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

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Action Taken The majority of Community Warden incidents were for the removal of materials for bonfires. The Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.

Port Glasgow East Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 34 crimes, which is 6% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 1 1 6 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 2 1 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 9 7 67 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 7 7 83 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 8 5 54 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 7 10 87 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 2 4 43 Grand Total 34 37 341 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Port Glasgow East (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

45 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 40 Vehicles 35 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 30 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 25

20 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious 15 Mischief etc GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 10

5 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Port Glasgow East (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 9 Community Warden Calls, which is 8% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 1 1 7 Disorderly Behaviour 0 2 8 Drug/substance misuse 1 1 11 Intimidation/Harassment 0 1 8 Neighbour Noise 1 2 15 Public Nuisance 5 7 57 Setting fires 1 1 18 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 0 1 16 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 5 Grand Total 9 16 145 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Port Glasgow East (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

25 Alcohol misuse

20 Disorderly Behaviour

Drug/substance misuse 15 Intimidation/Harassment

10 Neighbour Noise

5 Public Nuisance

Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 4 call outs for the fire service to respond to 1 primary and 3 secondary fires, totalling 113 over the past year. The call outs were 13% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

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Port Glasgow West Community Partnership Council Briefing

November 2019

Produced By: Inverclyde Community Safety Partnership Email: [email protected]

Crime Last month there were a total of 55 crimes, which is 10% of the total crime across Inverclyde and is average for crime across the past year.

5 Yr Past Monthly Past Recorded Crime Month Average Year GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence 0 1 8 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 1 1 9 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 18 21 208 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 9 5 55 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes 12 6 73 GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 8 11 109 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor Vehicles 7 9 85 Grand Total 55 54 547 Table 1: Type of recorded crimes in Port Glasgow West (Source: Police Scotland, 2019) * Group 1 - Crimes of Violence: includes murder, attempted murder, serious assault, robbery and assault with intent to rob, threats and extortion and cruelty to children, Group 2 - Sexual Offences: includes rape, assault with intent to rape; indecent assault and sexual offences against children, Group 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty: includes thefts including housebreaking or opening lockfast places (OLP), thefts of and from motor vehicles and fraud, Group 4 - Fire-raising, vandalism, etc.: Includes vandalism, malicious mischief, fire-raising and reckless conduct, Group 5 - Other Crimes: The crime types included in this group are often crimes against society rather than individuals. Includes; crimes against public justice, handling an offensive weapon and misuse of drugs. Group 6 - Offences (Miscellaneous): Includes 'antisocial behaviour'-type offences like breach of the peace, common assault and alcohol-related offences, Group 7 - Offences (Road Traffic): Includes speeding, seat belt offences and motor vehicle defects.

70 GROUP 7 - Offences Relating to Motor 60 Vehicles GROUP 6 - Miscellaneous Offences 50

40 GROUP 5 - Other Crimes

30 GROUP 4 - Crimes of Fire Raising, Malicious Mischief etc 20 GROUP 3 - Crimes of Dishonesty 10 GROUP 2 - Crimes of Indecency 0 GROUP 1 - Crimes of Violence

Graph 1: Type of recorded crimes in Port Glasgow West (Source: Police Scotland, 2019)

Community Warden Reports Last month there were a total of 13 Community Warden Calls, which is 12% of the total incidents across Inverclyde and is average for antisocial behaviour incidents across the past year.

5 Yr Monthly ASB Category Previous Month Average Previous Year Alcohol misuse 0 0 8 Disorderly Behaviour 0 1 10 Drug/substance misuse 0 1 11 Intimidation/Harassment 0 0 7 Neighbour Noise 1 2 10 Public Nuisance 8 4 72 Setting fires 2 2 12 Vandalism/Environmental Damage 2 1 12 Vehicle related nuisance 0 0 7 Grand Total 13 12 149 Table 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents in Port Glasgow West (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

30 Alcohol misuse

25 Disorderly Behaviour

20 Drug/substance misuse

15 Intimidation/Harassment

Neighbour Noise 10 Public Nuisance 5 Setting fires 0 Vandalism/Environmental Damage

Vehicle related nuisance

Graph 2: Inverclyde council ASB Community Warden Incidents (Source: Inverclyde Council, 2019)

Scottish Fire and Rescue Last month there were 4 call outs for the fire service to respond to 2 primary and 2 secondary fires, totalling 68 over the past year. The call outs were 13% of the total number across Inverclyde for the month. Primary fires generally involve property and include buildings, caravans, motor vehicles and plant and machinery. Secondary fires are often minor and include the burning of rubbish, grass and derelict properties.

Summary of Activity

Port Glasgow West 200

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Action Taken A third of Community Wardens incidents were in relation to reports of youths throwing stones within the Town Centre area. Community Wardens continue to respond to calls regarding antisocial behaviour from the public as well as identifying issues of community safety to promote resolution at the earliest possible stage.